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Why do sad songs feel so good? Research reveals how melancholy music can mend moods, spark meaning, and remind us we’re gloriously, tenderly alive.

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Bruce Springsteen has released his fair share of emotionally devastating songs, with The River and Jungleland being among his ...

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Amy Winehouse performs during the 46664 concert in celebration of Nelson Mandela's life at Hyde Park on June 27, 2008 in London. Sadness takes on different forms, from regret to depression to loss; ...

The Twilight Sad are back with “Waiting for a Call,” their first new music in seven years, which is out now via Mogwai’s Rock ...

Taylor Swift has perfected the art of the breakup song, from early hits like "Should've Said No" to recent ballads like "Loml ...

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As new styles of music emerge, women are disproportionately subject to the judgment of their emotions rather than their talent. In the past few years, the term “sad girl music” has caught on in pop ...

Smith plays guitar on “Waiting for the Phone Call,” the comeback single from his longtime tourmates, who will tour Europe in ...